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CEO Smoothie

CEO Smoothie

Physicians Premier CEO Teri Cardenas shares , “ Jennifer inspired me many years ago to start drinking her power-packed green smoothie after I told her I don ’ t do green veggies . She was adamant that I would not taste the spinach . After one sip , I was a believer ! My version has a few different twists , but same foundational ingredients that make this a great start to your day or afternoon pick me up . Many thanks to Jennifer for sneaking some green into my diet .”
2 cups fresh spinach or baby kale 1 frozen banana ( I cut in large pieces and freeze in a zip plastic baggie ) ½ cup frozen strawberries 1 scoop plain or vanilla protein powder ( I use whey or pea protein ) ½ cup Greek plain yogurt
Directions
1 . Place spinach or kale leaves , frozen banana , frozen strawberries , protein powder , yogurt in blender .
2 . Blend to preferred consistency . Add water , almond milk or coconut milk ( my choice ) for thinner consistency .